Zemplar 5 microgram/ml Solution for Injection

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  • Company:

    AbbVie Limited
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    Product subject to restricted prescription (C)
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    *Additional information is available within the SPC or upon request to the company

Updated on 03 July 2020

File name

Zemplar IV 5mcgml_SmPC_V95_July 2020.pdf

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 4.4 - Special warnings and precautions for use
  • Change to section 10 - Date of revision of the text

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Updated on 03 July 2020

File name

Zemplar IV 5mcgml_PL_V95_July 2020.pdf

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 6 - date of revision
  • Change to information for healthcare professionals

Updated on 09 April 2019

File name

Zemplar IV 5mcgml_PL_V91_March 2019.pdf

Reasons for updating

  • Correction of spelling/typing errors

Updated on 27 March 2019

File name

Zemplar IV 5mcgml_PL_V91_March 2019.pdf

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 6 - date of revision
  • Change to other sources of information section

Updated on 03 September 2018

File name

Zemplar IV 5mcgml_PIL_V86_QRD and serialisation_May 2018.pdf

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 6 - date of revision

Updated on 18 July 2018

File name

Zemplar IV 5mcgml_SmPC_V90_July 2018.pdf

Reasons for updating

  • File format updated to PDF

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Updated on 17 July 2018

File name

Zemplar IV 5mcgml_SmPC_V90_July 2018.docx

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 8 - Marketing authorisation number(s)
  • Change to section 10 - Date of revision of the text

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Description of change

SmPC was updated to reflect approval of Type IB - changes to mock-ups resulting from vial move from GSK to Avara + combining of Irish MA for vial and ampoule for Zemplar 5 micrograms/ml solution for injection.

 

The following is summary of the changes:

 

8.       Marketing Authorisation Number

The MAs was combined to the first MA in the series PA1824/005/004; PA1824/005/005 will be withdrawn.

 

10.       Date of Revision of Text

Update to July 2018.

Updated on 05 June 2018

File name

Zemplar IV 5mcgml_PIL_V86_QRD and serialisation_April 2018.pdf

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 1 - what the product is used for
  • Change to section 2 - what you need to know - warnings and precautions
  • Change to section 2 - pregnancy, breast feeding and fertility
  • Change to section 2 - driving and using machines
  • Change to section 3 - overdose, missed or forgotten doses
  • Change to section 4 - possible side effects
  • Change to section 6 - what the product contains
  • Change to section 6 - date of revision

Updated on 30 May 2018

File name

Zemplar_IV_5mcgml_SmPC_V86_QRD_and_serialisation_May_2018.docx

Reasons for updating

  • Other

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Updated on 29 May 2018

File name

Zemplar_IV_5mcgml_PIL_V86_QRD_and_serialisation_April_2018.docx

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 2 - Qualitative and quantitative composition
  • Change to section 4.1 - Therapeutic indications
  • Change to section 4.2 - Posology and method of administration
  • Change to section 4.4 - Special warnings and precautions for use
  • Change to section 4.5 - Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction
  • Change to section 4.6 - Pregnancy and lactation
  • Change to section 4.7 - Effects on ability to drive and use machines
  • Change to section 4.8 - Undesirable effects
  • Change to section 5.1 - Pharmacodynamic properties
  • Change to section 5.2 - Pharmacokinetic properties
  • Change to section 5.3 - Preclinical safety data
  • Change to section 6.2 - Incompatibilities
  • Change to section 6.5 - Nature and contents of container
  • Change to section 10 - Date of revision of the text

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SmPC for Zemplar 5mcg/ml solution for injection updated to reflect approval of V86 - Update to QRD and serialisation.

 

The following is summary of changes:

 

Section 2. Qualitative and Quantitative Composition

Minor changes to ensure consistency with the Zemplar capsule Product Information.

Section 4.1 Therapeutic indications

            Minor change to ensure consistency with the Zemplar capsule Product Information.

 

Section 4.2 Posology and method of administration

Editorial changes

Section 4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use

Minor change to ensure consistency with the Zemplar capsule Product Information.

 

Section 4.5 Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction

Minor change to ensure consistency with the Zemplar capsule Product Information.

 

Section 4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation

   Minor change to ensure consistency with the Zemplar capsule Product Information.

 

Section 4.7 Effects on ability to drive and use machines

Minor editorial changes

Section 4.8 Undesirable effects

            Minor change to ensure consistency with the Zemplar capsule Product Information

 

Section 4.9 Overdose

Correction of typos

Section 5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties

Correction of typos and editorial changes

Section 5.2 Pharmacokinetic properties

Minor editorial changes

Section 5.3 Preclinical safety data

Minor editorial changes and correction of typo

Section 6.2 Incompatibilities

            Correction of typo

 

Section 6.5 Nature and content of container

            Minor editorial changes

 

Section 10 - Date of Revision of Text

Updated to May 2018

Updated on 09 May 2018

Reasons for updating

  • New SPC for new product

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Updated on 14 February 2018

File name

PIL_11993_977.pdf

Reasons for updating

  • New PIL for new product

Updated on 14 February 2018

Reasons for updating

  • New SPC for new product

Legal category:Product subject to restricted prescription (C)

Updated on 14 February 2018

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 6.3 - Shelf life
  • Change to section 10 - Date of revision of the text

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Section 6.3 - Shelf life: Extension of shelf life for vial presentation only from 2 years to 3 years.$0Section 10 - Date of Revision of Text: February 2018

Updated on 14 February 2018

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 6 - date of revision
  • Change to information for healthcare professionals

Updated on 11 April 2017

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 4.2 - Posology and method of administration

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Section 4.2 - Posology and method of administration

Amend typing error in SmPC:

Suggested Dosing Guidelines

(Dose adjustments at 2 to 4 week intervals)

iPTH Level Relative to Baseline

Paricalcitol Dose Adjustment

Same or increased

Increase by 2 to 4 micrograms

Decreased by < 30%

Decreased by  ≥30%, ≤60%

Maintain

Decreased > 60%

Decrease by 2 to 4 micrograms

IPTH < 15.9 pmol/l (150 pg/mL)

Updated on 11 March 2016

Reasons for updating

  • Change to MA holder contact details

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Ø  Update the IE MAH address:

 

Present:

Proposed:

 

AbbVie Limited

Block B

Liffey Valley Office Campus

Quarryvale

Co. Dublin

 

 

 

AbbVie Limited

Citywest Business Campus

Dublin 24

Ireland

Updated on 10 March 2016

Reasons for updating

  • Change to MA holder contact details

Updated on 17 November 2015

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 4.2 - Posology and method of administration
  • Change to section 4.7 - Effects on ability to drive and use machines
  • Change to Section 4.8 – Undesirable effects - how to report a side effect
  • Change to section 5.1 - Pharmacodynamic properties
  • Change to section 5.2 - Pharmacokinetic properties
  • Change to section 10 - Date of revision of the text

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The changes include amendment to align with the current QRD V9 template headings and standard statements.

Additionally, a new standard statement has also been added at the end of SPC Section 4.8 and PIL Section 4, regarding the reporting of suspected adverse reactions through use of the national reporting system.

Updated on 16 November 2015

Reasons for updating

  • Improved electronic presentation

Updated on 23 September 2015

Reasons for updating

  • Change to MA holder contact details

Updated on 29 July 2015

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 4.4 - Special warnings and precautions for use
  • Change to joint SPC covering all presentations

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Update Section 4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use

Phosphate or vitamin D-related medicinal products should not be taken concomitantly with paricalcitol due to an increased risk of hypercalcaemia and Ca x P product elevation (see section 4.5).



Update to include both vial and ampoule presentations on the one SmPC.

Updated on 23 December 2014

Reasons for updating

  • Improved electronic presentation

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Improved electronic presentation.

Updated on 15 August 2014

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 1 - Name of medicinal product
  • Change to section 10 - Date of revision of the text

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In Section 1; glass ampoule has been added after Zemplar 5mcg/ml Solution for Injection

Updated on 11 August 2014

Reasons for updating

  • Change to packaging
  • Addition of information on reporting a side effect.

Updated on 18 September 2013

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 7 - Marketing authorisation holder
  • Change to section 8 - MA number

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Section 7 has been updated with the new MAH, AbbVie Ltd.
Section 8 has been updated with the new PA number PA1824/5/4

Updated on 17 September 2013

Reasons for updating

  • Change of licence holder

Updated on 05 August 2011

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 4.4 - Special warnings and precautions for use
  • Change to section 4.8 - Undesirable effects
  • Change to section 4.9 - Overdose
  • Change to section 5.1 - Pharmacodynamic properties

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SPC section 4.4, 4.8 & 4.9 - updated in line with company safety information
SPC section 5.1 - updated to include 'Unlike calcitriol, paracalcitol is a selective Vitamin D receptor (VDR) activator' in line with WHO reclassification of paricalcitol from 'Vitamin D Analogs' (ATC Code: A11CC) to 'Anti-prarthyroid agents' (ATC Code: HO5BX).

Updated on 05 August 2011

Reasons for updating

  • Change to instructions about overdose

Updated on 29 October 2010

Reasons for updating

  • Change to instructions about overdose
  • Change to side-effects
  • Change to drug interactions
  • Change to information about pregnancy or lactation

Updated on 20 August 2010

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 4.5 - Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction
  • Change to section 4.6 - Pregnancy and lactation
  • Change to section 4.8 - Undesirable effects
  • Change to section 4.9 - Overdose
  • Change to section 6.2 - Incompatibilities

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Section 4.5, 4.6, 4.8, 4.9 & 6.2 updated in line with the QRD template. 

Updated on 13 January 2010

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 5.1 - Pharmacodynamic properties
  • Change to section 10 - Date of revision of the text

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Section 5.1 updated to change the pharmacotherapeutic group from 'Vitamin D and analogues A11CC' to 'Anti-parathyroid agents H05BX02'.

Updated on 26 June 2009

Reasons for updating

  • Change to name of manufacturer

Updated on 13 November 2008

Reasons for updating

  • Change to name of manufacturer
  • Change to date of revision

Updated on 04 February 2008

Reasons for updating

  • Correction of spelling/typing errors

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Updated on 22 November 2007

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 6.3 - Shelf life
  • Change to section 10 - Date of revision of the text

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6.3     Shelf life

 

2 years.

 

After opening, use immediately

Updated on 23 April 2007

Reasons for updating

  • New PIL for new product

Updated on 20 April 2007

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 4.4 - Special warnings and precautions for use
  • Change to section 4.5 - Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction
  • Change to section 4.8 - Undesirable effects

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4.4     Special warnings and precautions for use

Caution should be exercised if co-administering paricalcitol with ketoconazole.
 
4.5           Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction
 
Ketoconazole: The effect of multiple doses of ketaconazole administered as 200 mg, twice daily (BID) for 5 days on the pharmacokinetics of paricalcitol capsule has been studied in healthy subjects. The Cmax of paricalcitol was minimally affected, but AUC0-‡ approximately doubled in the presence of ketoconazole. The mean half-life of paricalcitol was 17.0 hours in the presence of ketoconazole as compared to 9.8 hours, when paricalcitol was administered alone (See PRECAUTIONS Section 4.4)
 
4.8         Undesirable effects
 

Body as a whole

Common

Headache

Uncommon

injection site pain, pain, asthenia, back pain, chest pain, fever, flu syndrome, infection, malaise, and sepsis

 

 

Post -Marketing Adverse Reactions

Immune system disorders, hypersensitivity.

Angioedema, laryngeal oedema and urticaria have been reported rarely.

Updated on 05 October 2006

Reasons for updating

  • Change to section 4.2 - Posology and method of administration
  • Change to section 5.1 - Pharmacodynamic properties

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4.2             Posology and method of administration

Pediatric Use

Data in pediatric patients are limited and no data for children under the age of 5 are available. See Section 5.1 for study results.

 
5.1             Pharmacodynamic properties

Paediatric clinical data: The safety and effectiveness of Zemplar were examined in a 12-week randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 29 pediatric patients, aged 5-19 years, with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis. The six youngest Zemplar-treated patients in the study were 5 - 12 years old. The initial dose of Zemplar was 0.04 mcg/kg 3 times per week, based on baseline iPTH level of less than 500 pg/mL, or 0.08 mcg/kg 3 times a week based on baseline iPTH level of ¡Ý 500 pg/mL, respectively. The dose of Zemplar was adjusted in 0.04 mcg/kg increments based on the levels of serum iPTH, calcium, and Ca x P. 67% of the Zemplar-treated patients and 14% placebo-treated patients completed the trial. 60% of the subjects in the Zemplar group had 2 consecutive 30% decreases from baseline iPTH compared with 21% patients in the placebo group. 71% of the placebo patients were discontinued due to excessive elevations in iPTH levels. No subjects in either the Zemplar group or placebo group developed hypercalcemia. No data are available for patients under the age of 5.

Updated on 25 May 2005

Reasons for updating

  • New SPC for new product

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